Who we are looking for

The VP will work as a member of the BU Controllership team engaged both with the Global Advisors segment managing the ~$4 trillion of assets and the Broker Dealers supporting the overall State Street Corporation. The BU Controllership team proactively partners globally with the Businesses, Finance leadership and other Control functions to ensure the optimal design / execution of processes and identification of areas for improvement / best practice implementation for areas impacting financial reporting. The individual should have a strong accounting background and understanding of risks / internal controls – as well as an ability to proactively perform assessments and remediate identified issues.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As a GA / Broker Dealer BU Controller you will

• Partner with the Businesses, Global Accounting Operations (GAO) and Finance leadership to ensure accuracy of financial results and that internal controls are appropriately designed and executed
• Engage with global leadership in key business and change initiatives, focusing on accounting related activities and internal controls to mitigate risk; as well as supporting new products and services initiatives
• Oversee financial results and capital levels for specific assigned GA legal entities that support various GA business lines / products
• Implement and ensure compliance with GAAP accounting rules that affect accounting globally
• Define and monitor key performance / assurance indicators associated with financial reporting
• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships and communication channels across global locations

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong accounting foundation
• Understanding of risks / internal controls and ability to proactively perform assessments and remediate issues
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills coupled with a strong track record of executing against goals
• Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work in a team environment
• Familiar with Regulatory issues impacting the Financial Services Industry

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance
• Accounting experience in the financial services industry
• Experience with legal entity financial reporting & accounting

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.